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social signaling (6) nerd culture (6) identity formation (3) sports (3) hipster culture (3) fandom (2) collecting (2) Marvel Cinematic Universe (2)

Highlights From The Comments On Nerds And Hipsters

Scott summarizes and responds to comments on his previous article about nerds and hipsters, covering various topics and reflecting on personal identity and social signaling.

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Apr 27, 2023 6,075 words 108 likes 495 comments Listen · 34 min Read Read
cultural analysis (9) nerd culture (6) hipster culture (3) identity formation (3) Marvel Cinematic Universe (2) collecting (2)

Contra Kriss On Nerds And Hipsters

Scott Alexander critiques Sam Kriss's analysis of nerds and hipsters, offering an alternative theory about identity investment in cultural products.

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Apr 19, 2023 1,646 words 283 likes 603 comments Listen · 10 min Read Read
aging (6) personal growth (4) identity formation (3) Byron (3) childhood experiences (2)

Growing Old

Scott reflects on turning thirty, using Byron's poem to explore the transition from youthful intensity and ambition to a more settled adult perspective.

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Nov 8, 2014 3,111 words 0 likes 117 comments Read Read
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